Hummink: Printing the Invisible Future, One Nanopattern at a Time

The Silicon Review

In the fast-evolving landscape of semiconductor design, precision is no longer a luxury it is the very currency of relevance. Few companies understand this paradigm shift as thoroughly as Hummink, a Paris-based deep-tech trailblazer quietly revolutionizing how the world approaches nanoscale printing. What began as an academic endeavor rooted in the advanced research corridors of ESPCI and PSL University has swiftly evolved into one of the most groundbreaking movements in custom semiconductor fabrication. Hummink specializes in a form of ultra-precise direct nanoprinting that enables the deposition of materials organic or inorganic at previously unachievable resolutions and speeds. Through this capability, the company is not just enhancing how chips are built; it is actively redefining the building blocks themselves. With a proprietary technology inspired by atomic force microscopy, Hummink makes it possible to bridge the chasm between lab innovation and scalable industry application. In 2025, as the semiconductor industry faces mounting demands for customization, energy efficiency, and miniaturization, Hummink is emerging not merely as a service provider but as an enabler of next-generation design. Its nanoprinting solutions are helping global innovators surpass the limitations of traditional photolithography, pushing boundaries where Moore’s Law begins to flatten. In a field crowded with iteration, Hummink is pure disruption.

The Elegant Disruption: Precision at the Nanoscale

What sets Hummink apart is not simply its ability to innovate, but its mastery over precision. Its direct nanoprinting technology enables patterning resolutions as fine as 50 nanometers, all while using standard industrial substrates. Unlike conventional methods, which often rely on toxic chemicals, high-energy beams, or multi-step processing, Hummink's inkjet-like method is cleaner, more adaptable, and significantly more cost-effective. At the heart of this innovation is a finely engineered hollow cantilever, functioning as a delivery nozzle for ink that interfaces with a substrate at the nanoscale. This results in an unparalleled control over droplet placement and volume, opening the floodgates for applications in microelectronics, photonics, and biotechnology. Whether it’s writing ultra-fine conductive lines for flexible electronics or prototyping advanced photonic chips, Hummink brings atomic-level accuracy to industrial-scale challenges.

Founders, Vision, and Momentum

Founded in 2020 by Victor Juvin and Antoine Ducros, Hummink is the synthesis of academic rigor and entrepreneurial ambition. Both co-founders, having spent years immersed in applied physics and nanofabrication, understood that the future of semiconductors would not come from scaling down existing methods, but from inventing new ones altogether. Their vision was fortified by collaborations with prestigious research labs and a forward-thinking leadership team that included CEO Juvin and CTO Ducros, who continue to spearhead innovation within the company. Under their guidance, Hummink has attracted the attention of both academic and industrial circles. Strategic partnerships with major semiconductor players and research institutions are accelerating the company’s roadmap, placing it at the confluence of discovery and deployment.

Customization as a Cornerstone

In today’s chip economy, custom designs are not optional they’re imperative. From AI accelerators and wearable health tech to quantum processors and neuromorphic systems, tomorrow’s applications require design freedom at an atomic scale. This is the void Hummink has moved to fill. Unlike legacy fabrication methods which are rigid, high-cost, and environmentally taxing, Hummink offers flexibility, rapid prototyping, and a reduced ecological footprint. Its systems can be tailored to a wide array of materials and geometries, empowering clients to move from concept to prototype in record time without sacrificing fidelity or functionality. This level of customization is what makes Hummink uniquely positioned to serve startups and global OEMs alike. Whether it's building low-volume precision components or exploring first-in-class chip architectures, the company offers not just a service, but a partnership in possibility.

The Road to Scalable Deployment

While much of Hummink’s early impact has been in prototyping and research labs, its roadmap is unmistakably industrial. Plans are well underway to integrate its technology into high-throughput manufacturing systems without compromising the resolution and material diversity that define its approach. Recent funding rounds have bolstered its ability to scale. With support from deep-tech VCs and European innovation grants, Hummink is transitioning from a laboratory marvel to a commercially scalable powerhouse. Its upcoming generation of printing systems is designed with modularity and automation in mind, enabling seamless integration into existing cleanroom environments. As semiconductor fabs seek to lower costs while boosting complexity, Hummink presents a blueprint for doing both.

Environmental Harmony in High Precision

One of the often-overlooked aspects of Hummink’s offering is its environmental conscientiousness. Traditional fabrication techniques produce significant chemical waste and energy consumption. By contrast, Hummink's additive method significantly reduces resource usage, aligns with global sustainability goals, and appeals to a new generation of eco-conscious technology leaders. This is not merely a byproduct of good design it is a core philosophy. At every level, from equipment manufacturing to material sourcing, Hummink has committed to redefining not just what is possible, but what is responsible.

Looking Beyond 2025

The world is moving rapidly toward hyper-personalized, decentralized, and edge-driven computing. In such a world, the rules of semiconductor engagement are being rewritten and Hummink is one of the few companies with a pen in hand. Its potential goes far beyond traditional chipmaking. From optical circuits to biomedical devices, Hummink's platform is extensible to any domain where high-resolution material placement is critical. In that respect, its value proposition is not just relevant for 2025 it is timeless.

Amin M'BARKI, CEO